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• Aston Villa sack head coach Arroyo following winless start

  29-09-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa sack head coach Arroyo following winless startAston Villa have sacked head coach Natalia Arroyo following the club’s winless start to the new Barclays Women’s Super League season.The Villans announced the news via a post on their official club website this morning.The 40-year-old’s dismissal comes a little over 24 hours after Aston Villa’s 4-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur. That result left the club in 13th place in the Barclays Women’s Super League table,
  
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• Premier League to suggest Man City punishment to independent panel

  29-09-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League to suggest Man City punishment to independent panelManchester City are preparing for another long legal battle after being found guilty of all but one of the Premier League’s 115 charges against them.According to The Times, the Premier League also plans to recommend appropriate sanctions, while City will get a chance to present arguments in mitigation.City chief executive Ferran Soriano told European club officials in Copenhagen that the club strongly disagrees with the inde
  
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• Is Estevao unhappy and will Alonso switch to a back four?

  29-09-2026 17:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]In the third and final part of Tuesday's Q&A, Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella discusses Estevao Willian's current situation and Xabo Alonso's defensive tactics.Will asked: How much truth is there to the rumours about Estevao being unhappy at Chelsea? It seems curious that he has been afforded so few minutes given the side's recent difficulties.Nizaar: There are strong denials from both the Brazilian's camp and Chelsea that there are any issues between him and Xabi Alonso.I have written
  
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• Bagan becomes Bluebirds' latest international

  29-09-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Cardiff City have added another international in their ranks after Joel Bagan won his first cap on the same night Bluebirds team-mate Jack Moyaln shone for the Republic of Ireland.Full-back Bagan had won eight caps for Ireland's Under-21s but, despite becoming a Championship regular in south Wales, had yet to break into senior international football.Injury ended hopes of that happening in the summer when he had to pull out of Heimir Hallgrimsson's squad following his first call-up.
  
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• Milan relief as Saelemaekers tests reveal sprained ankle

  29-09-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan relief as Saelemaekers tests reveal sprained ankleMilan have avoided a serious injury to Alexis Saelemaekers, with scans ruling out anything beyond a sprain.According to Alfredo Pedullà, the Belgian sustained a twisting injury to his right ankle in Tuesday’s training session at Milanello. He was sent from the Carnago training centre for instrumental tests to establish the extent of the problem.It follows more good news earlier on Tuesday, that confirmed that Strahinja Pavlovic
  
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• Manchester City knew guilty verdict before £450m summer spending spree

  29-09-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City knew guilty verdict before £450m summer spending spreeManchester City were informed they had been found guilty of more than 100 Premier League financial breaches before completing the majority of their extraordinary summer transfer spending.ESPN report that senior City officials learned of the independent commission’s findings in July, around two months before news of the verdict became public.The timing means the club were allegedly aware of the outcome before commit
  
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• Swansea team-mates go head-to-head in busy international period

  29-09-2026 17:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Swansea City's table-topping squad are unlikely to have gained much rest during the international break with almost an entire side in action for their nations over the last week.That included some team-mates going head-to-head as Stephen Welsh got the better of Zan Vipotnik in Scotland's goalless draw with Slovenia, and while Stephen Eustaquio was part of the Canada side that bettered Chile with Lawrence Vigouroux in goal.Summer signing Welsh won praise on his debut in the Nations League goalles
  
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• Paik makes early return to Blues

  29-09-2026 16:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Birmingham midfielder Paik Seung-Ho has been released from international duty with South Korea due to injury.The 29-year-old was an unused substitute in the 3-0 home win over Ecuador last Thursday but missed Monday's 4-1 defeat against Uruguay and will not be available for Friday's friendly with Venezuela or Tuesday's match against Uzbekistan.The local media reported a statement from the Korea Football Association, saying: "Following a meeting with the coaching staff and medical te
  
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• Cuello praises Domínguez's attitude in Galo's Sul-Americana comeback

  29-09-2026 16:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cuello praises Domínguez's attitude in Galo's Sul-Americana comebackTomás Cuello is enjoying an exceptional spell in Atlético’s shirt this 2026 season. With nine goals in 44 appearances, the No. 28 shares the spot of the black-and-white squad’s top scorer with Reinier.His strong recent form almost led to his departure from Brazil. However, Atlético’s board chose to keep the player and turned down a significant financial offer from CSKA Moscow, of Rus
  
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• Report: Liverpool star wanted by European giants despite recent struggles

  29-09-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool star wanted by European giants despite recent strugglesFlorian Wirtz, Bayern Munich and Liverpool: Assessing Fresh Exit TalkLiverpool are still in the early weeks of a new campaign, yet Florian Wirtz has already found himself back under the microscope. The Germany international arrived amid huge expectation and a substantial fee, with the burden of creativity placed firmly on his shoulders. When a player arrives at that level, scrutiny follows quickly, and reports in Germany ar
  
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• Football Italia Show: Italy’s secret weapon vs Turkiye and Kayode’s explosive debut

  29-09-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football Italia Show: Italy’s secret weapon vs Turkiye and Kayode’s explosive debutItaly finally had plenty to smile about after producing a commanding performance to beat Türkiye 4-1 away from home in their second Nations League match of the season.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channelThe Azzurri delivered an impressive display in Bursa, combining attacking quality, intensity, and tactical discipline to secure a convincing away victory.BURSA, T
  
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• ✍️More Müller to come: Thomas renews with Vancouver Whitecaps

  29-09-2026 16:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✍️More Müller to come: Thomas renews with Vancouver WhitecapsThe experienced German forward Thomas Müller officially announced the extension of his contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps until 2027, securing his continuity in MLS football.
  Overwhelming statistical performanceSince arriving at the Canadian franchise, the German has posted remarkable numbers: in just 45 official matches, he has racked up 19 goals and 45 assists, figures that reflect his major offensive influe
  
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• 'One of the highlights of my career so far' - Walton extends stay

  29-09-2026 16:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Christian Walton says he is "incredibly proud of everything" he has achieved at Ipswich Town after signing a one-year contract extension until June 2029.The 30-year-old goalkeeper joined the Tractor Boys in August 2021 from Premier League side Brighton, penning an initial loan deal before agreeing to a permanent move in January 2022.Walton has made 138 appearances and kept 57 clean sheets, while also playing a key role in a squad which has won three promotions in the past four seas
  
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• Tamworth sign Salford's Carson on month's loan

  29-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  National League club Tamworth have signed Salford City defender Hayden Carson on a month's loan.Carson, 20, came through Wolves' academy and featured in Salford's first two competitive matches of this season.He has spent time on loan in non-league football with Chester last season.Tamworth, who are third from bottom of the National League, host Sutton in their next game on Wednesday.
  
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• Everton receive huge transfer boost as European giants make decision

  29-09-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton receive huge transfer boost as European giants make decisionJordan Pickford to Bayern Munich: Why Everton Can Feel Calm About Fresh Transfer LinksFresh reports around Jordan Pickford and Bayern Munich have inevitably caught attention, given the stature of the clubs involved and the standing the Everton goalkeeper holds in both the Premier League and England set-up. But the clearest message emerging from the latest information is that this is not a move gathering real momentum.According t
  
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• Fit-again Lawal joins Republic of Ireland squad

  29-09-2026 16:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lawal earned his only Republic of Ireland cap earlier this year [Getty Images]Stoke City defender Bosun Lawal has linked up with the Republic of Ireland squad after recovering from a hamstring injury. Lawal, 23, was named in head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson's 26-man squad for the Uefa Nations League games against Kosovo, Israel and Austria. But he was not involved in the loss to Kosovo or victory over Israel as he underwent rehabilitation with Stoke on his injury. On Tuesday, the Football Associat
  
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• PFA chief defends Cole Palmer after England withdrawal as he hits out at ‘sick’ schedule

  29-09-2026 16:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The recent withdrawal of Cole Palmer from the England squad is the product of a "sick" system that is placing unreasonable demands on top players, according to Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive Maheta Molango.Palmer is one of five injured players who have pulled out of Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the upcoming Nations League matches, a trend Molango insists is reflected across Europe due to an unsustainable workload.The union boss wants Fifa to re-examine what it ask
  
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• Man City coach Maresca gives verdict on Parma appointing Gilardino

  29-09-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City coach Maresca gives verdict on Parma appointing GilardinoEnzo Maresca has offered a cautious endorsement of Alberto Gilardino’s appointment at Parma, a club the Manchester City coach still follows closely for personal reasons.Speaking to Corriere dello Sport, via ParmaLive, Maresca stopped short of predicting how it will go.“Alberto is a good coach. Whether he’s the right man for Parma, only time will tell. I sincerely hope for his sake that he is,” he said. &ldq
  
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• Real Madrid superstar avoids threat of surgery after new injury; could be rested vs Villarreal

  29-09-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar avoids threat of surgery after new injury; could be rested vs VillarrealReal Madrid were dealt a major blow during the international break as two of their key players, Kylian Mbappe and Ibrahima Konate, returned from the France national team camp with injuries.The defender returned without even playing for Les Bleus after picking up a muscle strain in training. As for Mbappe, he sustained a knee injury during the team’s UEFA Nations League clash against Turkiye, durin
  
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• Liverpool, Chelsea eye January move for Barcelona defender; PSG weigh up €40m offer – report

  29-09-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool, Chelsea eye January move for Barcelona defender; PSG weigh up €40m offer – reportThe 2026/27 season has been a very difficult one for FC Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde as he has struggled for prominence in the team.The 22-year-old La Masia graduate is no longer the first-choice starter at left-back, with Hansi Flick preferring fellow academy product Xavi Espart ahead of him.Summer signing Joao Cancelo is also ahead of Balde, which has led to the homegrown defender makin
  
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• Can Trafford become England's number one?

  29-09-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  As Leeds United fans wait for the Whites' return to the Premier League after the extended international break, their number one, James Trafford, was given the opportunity to represent England against the world champions Spain.Although Trafford conceded three goals in his second start for his country, he became the third Leeds goalkeeper to don the Three Lions on his chest in a senior international, after Nigel Martyn and Paul Robinson.But, does Trafford deserve his start ahead of Jordan Pickford
  
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• Should Romelu Lukaku return to Anderlecht in January after struggling with Fenerbahçe?

  29-09-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Should Romelu Lukaku return to Anderlecht in January after struggling with Fenerbahçe?It’s safe to say that Romelu Lukaku’s move to Türkiye has not been a good one so far. If the rumours are true, his club, Fenerbahçe, agree. After a goalless start for Belgium’s all time record goal scorer, the club from Istanbul are apparently considering a move for Florian Balogun. Again, if true, Lukaku could then be free to move on in January, and given he only has a one
  
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• Real Madrid defensive star identifies a key weakness in his game; Mourinho agrees

  29-09-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defensive star identifies a key weakness in his game; Mourinho agreesDespite an unnecessary challenge that cost Real Madrid a penalty against Atletico Madrid, Dean Huijsen has been arguably the standout defender for the club this season.The Spanish international has tried to step up to the plate as Real Madrid go through a transitional phase under new coach Jose Mourinho.However, Huijsen is still lacking that x-factor possessed some of the best defenders in Europe and it appears the
  
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• Official: Parma appoint Gilardino as head coach after dismissing Cuesta

  29-09-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Parma appoint Gilardino as head coach after dismissing CuestaParma have officially announced the appointment of Alberto Gilardino as the new head coach of their men’s first team following the dismissal of Carlos Cuesta over the weekend.Official: Gilardino replaces Cuesta as Parma head coachParma have confirmed in an official statement on Tuesday that Gilardino has signed an initial contract until the end of the 2026-27 season with a club option to extend for an additional year.PI
  
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• ⚠️ Juventus injury, Kayode twist, Pavlovic update: today's news 🔥

  29-09-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚠️ Juventus injury, Kayode twist, Pavlovic update: today's news 🔥The extra-long international break continues and finally brings some encouraging signs for Italy too, who beat Turkey 4-1 yesterday.Watch the entire Serie BKT live with LaB Channel on OneFootball: subscribe for just €9.99 per month!The lengthy break, however, does not stop the news surrounding the top Serie A clubs. Below are the most important updates concerning the big teams.Juve, Owusu sidelined: here&r
  
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• Zaniolo’s Italy wait goes on as Udinese confirm hamstring injury

  29-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zaniolo’s Italy wait goes on as Udinese confirm hamstring injuryNicolo Zaniolo faces three to four weeks out after sustaining a hamstring injury while on international duty with Italy.Udinese confirmed the diagnosis in a statement on their official website: “During his commitment with the Italian national team, Nicolo Zaniolo sustained a lesion to the biceps femoris of his right thigh. The player has begun the rehabilitation process in Udine and will be available within three to four
  
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• League survival primary aim says Saville

  29-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bromley midfielder George Saville says the club won't get carried away with their win over Huddersfield earlier this month, and that their primary aim is survival in League One.The Ravens inflicted a first defeat of the campaign on Huddersfield, a team who were four tiers above them as recently as 2019.It was Bromley's second League One win since promotion last season, and leaves Andy Woodman's team 19th in the table.But Saville, 33, who joined Bromley from Luton Town last month, said he and his
  
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• Como boss Cesc Fabregas has pro-Arsenal and Chelsea clause in his contract

  29-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como boss Cesc Fabregas has pro-Arsenal and Chelsea clause in his contractIn the last year or so, Serie A side Como have managed to battle away Inter in a bid to keep Cesc Fabregas at the club. The Spaniard continues to make a mark at the lakeside club but details of a favourable clause for Chelsea and Arsenal has now emerged.Gianluca Di Marzio spoke to Greek outlet Betarades about the Como boss’ situation. He is certain Fabregas will leave at some point in the future.He said: “Fabre
  
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• “I have time” – PSG attacker ready to be patient as he waits for chance behind elite front line

  29-09-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I have time” – PSG attacker ready to be patient as he waits for chance behind elite front lineMika Godts is aiming to convince everyone of his quality as PSG – but he’s going to have to be very patient for now.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.PSG made a number of attacking additions in the summer, and of all of them Mika Godts probably got the least a
  
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• João Félix keeps Barcelona dream alive but rules out imminent return

  29-09-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  João Félix keeps Barcelona dream alive but rules out imminent returnJoão Félix has said he would like to return to Europe and La Liga at some point in the future, with Barcelona emerging as his clearest stated preference among Spain’s biggest clubs. Mundo Deportivo report, citing an interview the Portuguese forward gave to Diario AS, that Félix remains settled at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia but has not closed the door on a European comeback.Nothing in the in
  
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